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Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
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Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

319 Second Ave S.

Seattle, WA

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Type

Park

Lens

Landmarks

About this place

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory of Canada. Today, the park is your gateway to learn about the Klondike Gold Rush, explore the area's public lands, and engage with the local community.

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Park Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
10:00AM - 5:00PM

The park is open Wednesday through Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.

Directions

The park and visitor center are located on the northwest corner of 2nd Ave South and South Jackson Street in the former Cadillac Hotel. The Pioneer Square neighborhood is serviced by several public transportation options. Visit your directions page for more information about parking.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

Warm dry summers from mid-July through mid-Sept, all the rest of the year, mainly rainy and cool.

Activities

Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingLiving HistoryPark FilmMuseum Exhibits

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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